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Hoover Middle School

Middle School · Taylor School District

27101 BEVERLY RD, Taylor, MI 48180

Enrollment

527

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,218 of 3,192

In Taylor

#5 of 16

public schools

In district

#2 of 12

Taylor School District

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Hoover Middle School

5.5/10

Middle School in Taylor · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hoover Middle School

Hoover Middle School is a public middle school in Taylor, MI, part of Taylor School District. Hoover Middle School serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Hoover Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,218 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Hoover Middle School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MI avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

63% of students at Hoover Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)16% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,580
Chronic Absenteeism63%

Hoover Middle School — Students at Hoover Middle School score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 20.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
32.1% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.4% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
20%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
21%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
20%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
12.3%
ELA
28.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How Hoover Middle School Compares

See how Hoover Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in MI
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
63.0%

Location

27101 BEVERLY RD, Taylor, MI 48180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hoover Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Smith Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tomlinson Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Inkster), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Taylor, see our Taylor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PETERSON-WARREN ACADEMY Inkster 1.4 mi
Tomlinson Middle School Inkster 1.3 mi 4.8
Thorne Elementary School Dearborn Heights 1.5 mi 2.6
Quest Charter Academy Taylor 1.4 mi 6.5
Holland Elementary School Taylor 2.0 mi 2.9
Burger Development Center Inkster 1.8 mi 7.4
Robichaud Senior High School Dearborn Heights 1.9 mi 7.0
West Village Academy Dearborn 2.1 mi 3.5
OAKWOOD ACADEMY Taylor 2.3 mi
Taylor Exemplar Academy Taylor 2.4 mi 5.2
Long Elementary School Dearborn 2.3 mi 6.2
Daly School Inkster 2.7 mi 3.0
Westwood Virtual Academy Inkster 2.7 mi 5.7
Westwood North Academy Inkster 2.7 mi 6.2
Taylor High School Taylor 2.6 mi 6.6
Taylor Virtual Learning Academy Taylor 2.6 mi 4.3
Taylor Preparatory High School Taylor 2.3 mi 6.2
American International Academy High SchoolMiddle Schooll Inkster 2.9 mi 7.0
American International Academy Upper Elementary Inkster 3.1 mi 6.3
Smith Middle School Dearborn 2.7 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,537

Median Home Value

$141,200

Median Rent

$1,036/mo

Population

62,405

College Educated

15.8%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hoover Middle School

What grades does Hoover Middle School serve?

Hoover Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Hoover Middle School?

Hoover Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hoover Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hoover Middle School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hoover Middle School rank in MI?

Hoover Middle School ranks #2,218 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Hoover Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hoover Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hoover Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hoover Middle School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hoover Middle School a charter school?

No, Hoover Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hoover Middle School a Title I school?

No, Hoover Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hoover Middle School?

94.9% of students at Hoover Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
63.0%

District

Taylor School District
District Enrollment
5,614
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,580
District Rank
#2 of 12

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